Our School Chaplain is available to all students for support of a personal and spiritual nature.
The school community provides a chaplaincy program, endorsed by the school's Parents and Citizens' Association, and is available on a voluntary basis to all students. The chaplain is involved in a range of activities at the school, which are free of religious or spiritual content.
Voluntary student activities, free of religious, spiritual and/or ethical content include but are not exclusive to:
- Breakfast program – once a week the Chaplaincy Service provides a free breakfast for any student who wishes to attend.
- Mentoring/support – where appropriate, school staff will refer students to the Chaplain for regular mentoring and support.
- Fundraisers and community/social welfare projects.
- Outdoor education programs, including school camp programs.
- Assistance with school sporting events.
- Support with whole of school events.
- QCS lunch – each year the Chaplaincy Service provides a free lunch to Year 12 students during their QCS exams.
The below activities are available to all students who may voluntarily participate unless a parent/carer requests in writing that this is not to occur for their student:
- Pastoral support – students can self-refer or be referred to the Chaplain for pastoral support regarding issues including bullying, school problems, family conflict, etc. This support may or may not include spiritual and/or ethical content.
- Bible studies/prayer meeting – the Chaplain assists student-led bible and prayer meetings during lunch breaks.